Runner-Up Huong Giang: Every Shining Star Needs Enthusiastic Support
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
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- Huong Giang secured the second runner-up title at the MGI All Stars 2026 pageant in Thailand.
- She also won the World's Choice Award at the competition.
- Giang emphasized the importance of fan support for a star's success and expressed gratitude for the "blind" encouragement she received.
Vietnamese beauty Huong Giang has returned from Thailand after clinching the second runner-up position at the MGI All Stars 2026 pageant. Alongside her runner-up title, she also received the World's Choice Award, marking a significant achievement in her pageant career.
No beauty queen or star can truly shine without the enthusiastic support of their fans.
During a fan meeting in Ho Chi Minh City, Giang expressed deep gratitude for the unwavering support she received throughout her journey. She articulated her belief that no beauty queen or star can truly shine without the enthusiastic backing of their fans. Giang specifically thanked her supporters for their "blind" encouragement, which she said bolstered her confidence and determination.
Reflecting on her decision to compete again, Giang admitted to facing considerable anxiety. The prospect of failure was less daunting than the fear of not daring to try again. "When I went to Thailand, I accepted whatever the outcome might be, even if it was another failure. But it wasn't as scary as not daring to return, to keep moving forward. This comeback was much happier," she shared.
When I went to Thailand, I accepted whatever the outcome might be, even if it was another failure. But it wasn't as scary as not daring to return, to keep moving forward. This comeback was much happier.
Her return to Vietnam was met with a jubilant reception. Fans welcomed her at Tan Son Nhat International Airport before she embarked on a double-decker bus parade through the city, celebrating her success. Meanwhile, fellow contestant Francia Cortรฉs from Mexico publicly supported Giang, addressing negative comments directed at Giang and her fans. Cortรฉs expressed her admiration and affection for Giang and Vietnam, recalling positive memories from the competition and her previous visit to Vietnam for Miss Charm 2025.
I have a lot of affection for Vietnam, love the Vietnamese people, and cherish the friendships I've made during the competition.
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Originally published by Tuแปi Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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